The Stoic Case Against Anger

The Stoic Case Against Anger

May 6, 2026 ยท 6 min ยท Season 1 ยท Episode 241

About this episode

This episode examines anger through the lens of Stoic philosophers Seneca and Epictetus, discussing its harmful effects and practical responses.

This episode examines anger through the lens of Seneca and Epictetus. Seneca warns that anger harms us first, clouding reason and undermining self-control, while Epictetus reframes wrongdoing as error rather than malice. Together, they suggest a practical response: pause, question the impression, and consider the cost of reacting. ๐Ÿ‘‡ ๐Ÿ‘‡ ๐Ÿ‘‡ ๐Ÿ“ป FOR MORE STOIC AUDIO CONTENT Check out one of my latest daily Micro Morning Meditations here on Substack: โ˜€๏ธ Micro Morning Meditation: Go to Their Souls https://whatisstoicism.substack.com/p/micro-morning-meditation-go-to-their Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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